The World Economic Forum is a leading international organization committed to improving the state of the world through public-private cooperation.
We engage global leaders to shape agendas on a local, regional, and industry level.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a Finance Systems Manager to oversee our financial systems, ensuring they meet our evolving needs. This role will define and implement a comprehensive systems strategy in partnership with our Finance teams.
Reporting Lines and Interactions
This role reports to the Head of IT Business Services and collaborates closely with Finance, Procurement, Technology delivery teams, and external software providers.
Main Responsibilities
Project Management & Strategic Planning
* Develop and implement a financial systems strategy and implementation roadmap in partnership with Finance.
* Evaluate, implement, and manage finance systems to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and integration.
* Manage product and project lifecycles, understanding business needs and delivering actionable solutions.
* Drive business process automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.
System Administration and Support
* Administer finance and procurement systems with support from internal and external delivery teams.
* Responsible for business process design, systems configuration, and data analytics.
Data Governance and Reporting Strategy
* Develop and implement data governance policies, procedures, and KPIs to ensure data accuracy and security.
* Design and manage reporting capabilities to support business operations and decision-making processes.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data needs and implement solutions.
* Provide training and support on data governance and reporting tools.
Requirements and Experience
* 5-7 years' experience in finance systems implementation and support.
* Proven accounting, management reporting, and financial planning knowledge with a focus on process optimization.
* Extensive Project Management, business analysis, and process mapping experience.
* Experience in data governance, reporting, and analytics within the finance domain.
* Highly analytical skills with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
* Fluency in English with excellent written, digital, and verbal communication skills.
Why Work at the Forum
The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people who can drive positive change. We collaborate with influential individuals to shape mindsets and agendas, building awareness and cooperation to improve the state of the world.